However, ensure that your decision does not violate any anti-discrimination laws or local ordinances.Make sure that:The records are accurate and pertain to the applicant.You have established written criteria for tenant screening, which should include reasons for denial such as prior evictions, judgments, or debt-related issues.

I also hear a lot of how city of chicago is anti landlord on BP, I always tell clients don't buy in a bad area and it will not matter.

But with horrible returns and the threat of statewide anti-landlord laws even that seems bad.

You'll want to know all those nuances just like the 90 day anti-flipping rule, so you don't waste time when you get a contract.

I agree however it’s just odd to see a site so hell bent on non advertising and anti coaching to have changed so much.  

I have no idea about Oregon law, but based on what you wrote, hire an attorney.It's never a good idea to do it yourself in anti-landlord locations.

After all that I'm sure it sounds like I'm anti real-estate.

And our governor just passed anti-squatting legislation. 

There's no guarantee of anything in the STR investing world, and I do think cities are legally allowed to switch their laws, so as soon as I say it's super unlikely to happen, that thing will then happen.But again, not even the most liberal, affordable-housing-starved, anti-STR city in Colorado has changed their laws and not allowed those who were operating under a legal short-term rental license to continue.Your point is well taken though.

Many people have, despite the hassle and the cost of doing so.In some instances, the tax law includes a special provision called an "anti-abuse rule."